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46. Ed Sharockman

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Ed Sharockman
Ed Sharockman played all eleven of his NFL seasons with the Minnesota Vikings and recorded 40 Interceptions.  The Cornerback is still in the top 30 all-time in Interception Return Yards and he secured six touchdowns over his career.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Cornerback
  • Acquired: Drafted in the 5th Round, 57th Overall in the NFL Draft 12/28/60.
  • Departed: Retired after the 1972 Season.
  • Games Played: 142
  • Notable Statistics: 121 Games Started
    40 Interceptions
    804 Interception Return Yards
    3 Interception Return Touchdowns
    9 Fumble Recoveries
    113 Fumble Recovery Yards
    1 Fumble Recovery Touchdown
    2.0 Quarterback Sacks*
    14 Punt Returns
    111 Punt Return Yards
    12 Kick Returns
    246 Kick Return Yards
    77 Approximate Value

    6 Playoff Games 
    1 Interception
    21 Interception Return Yards

    *Sacks were unofficially calculated by Pro Football Reference from 1960 to 1981.
  • Major Accolades and Awards: Most Fumble Return Yards (1962)
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